Thrive

Alzheimer's Disease is the second most feared disease, preceded only by cancer. Research into this debilitating brain wasting disease has picked up over the the last 15-20 years, offering new insights on risk factors related to lifestyle behaviors. Here are 5 evidence-based ways to maximize your brain health at any age, and reduce your risk of dementia.

According to dietician Jane Jakubczak at the University of Maryland, negative emotions cause 75 percent of overeating. People who are obese are 25 percent more likely to have mood and anxiety disorders. Thus, people who overeat for these reasons may find themselves caught in a vicious cycle.

Chronic pain causes more than physical discomfort. It actually alters chemicals in the brain, leading to anxiety, depression and even short term memory loss! You can easily reduce your back pain at work by following a few helpful tips!

The keys to happiness lie in having a sense of purpose, self acceptance and a supportive social network. Extroverts and introverts have different brain chemistry and interact with the world in unique ways. Does this explain why extroverts consistently score higher on happiness tests than introverts?

Find happiness at work by asking yourself these key questions.&nbsp; Examining the answers will help you to maximize the aspects of your job which contribute to overall workplace satisfaction.&nbsp; Looking for a new job?&nbsp; The insight you gain from a careful evaluation may point you in a direction not previously considered.

About Thrive

"Thrive" explores the four places where people are happiest and reveals the cultural dimensions and personal habits that explain their high level of well-being. In pursuit of the quest to determine what these people do that’s unique and how we can adapt their secrets to fit our lives, Buettner traveled to Denmark; Monterrey, Mexico; San Luis Obispo, CA; and Singapore. What helps people in these places to THRIVE?